About GVSU 2025
Avg. Class Size: 24
1,180 faculty members
1,427 support staff members
94% of regular faculty members have earned their doctorate or other terminal degree
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Of those who graduated in 4 years or fewer, 45 percent had no debt
4,963 students participated in experiential learning
117,105 opportunities listed with Career Center
1100+ employers participated in career events
300+ Students present research projects at Student Scholars Day on average each year.
96% of students received at least one type of financial aid – a total of more than $319 million.
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44 service and advocacy organizations
35 fraternities and sororities
20 Esports teams - 17 club and 3 premier
50 states called home by alumni
117,802 alumni in Michigan
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87% of first-year students live on campus
11 dining locations
5 styles of living centers to choose from
7 theme-specific living-learning centers
22 varsity sports (12 women's, 10 men's)
35 club sports
31 NCAA Division II National Championships
21 straight years earning first or second in the Directors' Cup
400,000+ physical resources
1,500,000+ e-book titles
100,000+ e-journal titles
300,000+ streaming media files
300+ databases
4 libraries
Tuition
| Academic Year | Undergraduate Level1 | Michigan Resident | Non-Michigan Resident |
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2025 - 2026 Fall 2025 Winter 2026 Spring/Summer 2026 |
Lower Division (0–54 credits earned) |
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2025 - 2026 Fall 2025 Winter 2026 Spring/Summer 2026 |
Upper Division2 (55+ credits earned) |
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| Integrative Studies Adult Degree Completion Online Program (a.k.a. LEADS)3 |
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| View tuition rates and other estimated yearly expenses. |
| Graduate Level4 |
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| View graduate tuition rates and other estimated yearly expenses. |
Tuition and Fees will be charged at the same rate whether instruction is delivered in-person, online, or through hybrid platforms.
A per credit hour or per course surcharge will be assessed for certain classes to offset higher costs.
- Students classified as undergraduates registering for masters and doctorate courses pay undergraduate tuition rates.
- Students are classified as upper division upon earning their 55th semester credit.
- These tuition rates will sunset at the end of the Academic Year 2025-26. Rate previously set per Board of Trustees Bylaws, Article 2, Section 2.105. Students do not have separate rates based on residency. Program is also referred to as LEADS Online Accelerated Bachelor's Degree for Adult Students.
- Students classified as graduates pay their graduate program tuition rate for all courses taken.
Locations
Allendale (map)
Allendale, Michigan, is home to Grand Valley's main campus, established in 1960, situated on 1,322 acres 12 miles west of Grand Rapids.
Grand Rapids (map)
The 65-acre Robert C. Pew Campus in the heart of Grand Rapids is comprised of multiple buildings along the west bank of the Grand River that serves business, education, engineering, and other majors and is home to The Graduate School.
Grand Rapids (map)
The 14.5-acre Health Campus anchors the east end of Grand Rapids' Medical Mile. It is comprised of the three buildings that serve our health professions students, and includes classrooms, labs, simulation center, and learning spaces.
Meijer Campus in Holland (map)
The Meijer Campus was dedicated in August 1998 and is the future home of the GVSU Police Academy.
Detroit Center (map)
The Grand Valley State University Detroit Center is the central hub for university activity in the heart of Michigan's largest city. The Detroit Center is available to host workshops, seminars, professional development, and other large gatherings.
Muskegon Regional Center (map)
The Stevenson Center within Muskegon Community College was constructed in 1995 offering the university new opportunities in the shoreline community.
Administration
Established: Grand Valley State University was chartered by the Michigan legislature in 1960 in response to the need for a public, four-year college in the state's second largest metropolitan region.
Mission: At Grand Valley State University, we empower learners in their pursuits, professions, and purpose. The university enriches society through excellent teaching, active scholarship, advancement of equity, and public service.
Learn more on our strategic positioning page.
President: Philomena V. Mantella
Board of Trustees:
- Mikyia S. Aaron (vice chair)
- Elizabeth C. Emmitt (chair)
- Ronald E. Hall
- Brandon J. Hofmeister
- Susan M. Jandernoa
- Noreen K. Myers
- Shelley E. Padnos
- Jason R. Trice
- Philomena V. Mantella (ex officio)
- Donna K. Brooks (honorary life member)
- Dorothy A. Johnson (honorary life member)
- John C. Kennedy (honorary life member)
- Kate Pew Wolters (honorary life member)
Accreditation: Grand Valley is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (www.hlcommission.org), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
For More Information
Download a raw set of GVSU statistics by visiting the Institutional Analysis website.